Cotton-Modal Striped Drapery Fabric from Japan
This drapery fabric over 127 cm wide mixes 75% cotton with 25% modal staple fibers, using differently colored yarns for stripes. Classified in 5516.43.00.35 as 'other' woven fabric mixed mainly with cotton, not fitting sheeting or poplin specs. Suitable for home window treatments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify modal as artificial staple fiber (regenerated cellulose); include construction specs
• Common issue: Width shrinkage post-dyeing leading to reclassification